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A Checklist of Everything You Need Before Opening a Deli Business

A Checklist of Everything You Need Before Opening a Deli Business

Have you ever marveled at the enchanting way a delicious meal transcends language and culture? Indeed, food is a universal language that brings people together one bite at a time. Delis are an excellent example, offering high-quality meats, artisanal cheeses, and delicately crafted sandwiches that unite people from all walks of life. With a deli, the satisfaction of providing excellent food is unmatched. However, there’s more to opening a deli than just a passion for pastrami or a love for Swiss cheese. When launching one, you need a solid plan and a comprehensive checklist that covers all essentials. Every aspect of...

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When Cars Met Gastronomy: The Unexpected History of the Michelin Star

When Cars Met Gastronomy: The Unexpected History of the Michelin Star

  There's arguably nothing that a restaurateur wants more than a Michelin Star, the most prestigious and coveted award any food establishment can hope to achieve.  According to the official Michelin Guide, it's so exclusive that only 138 restaurants with three stars exist worldwide. Given its esteem, it's no surprise the Michelin Star is vital to a restaurant's success and renown. Have you ever wondered about the history of the Michelin Star and how a tire company began critiquing food in the first place? This infographic tracks the convergence of cars and gastronomy—from the Michelin Guide's origin as a marketing...

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How to Prepare for a Restaurant Health Inspection [Checklist + Resources]

How to Prepare for a Restaurant Health Inspection [Checklist + Resources]

Health inspections are crucial in the food industry for many reasons. As part of that industry, your restaurant must follow sanitation and food safety standards, boosting its reputation and instilling customer confidence. Meeting health standards also allows your restaurant to continue operations, while failure can lead to fines, litigation, and even closure.That said, it’s crucial to always prepare for random health inspections. Fortunately, you don’t have to face the process alone. Use the restaurant health inspection checklist below to train your restaurant staff for evaluations and ensure your food service business survives and thrives year after year.   5 Types...

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Fact or Fad? 12 Biggest Restaurant Food Myths and the Truth Behind Them

Fact or Fad? 12 Biggest Restaurant Food Myths and the Truth Behind Them

As an essential part of life, food is often the subject of countless myths and old wives' tales. Multiple generations grew up thinking these food myths are real, from eating carrots to improve eyesight to drinking milk before bed to help someone sleep better.   While food myths are more prevalent with those readily available at home, there are also myths about the restaurant industry. Let's separate fact from fiction as we debunk popular food myths in this infographic. Have You Heard of These Myths…   On Meats Meat is popular in the restaurant industry, so it's no surprise that several...

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Build a Michelin Star Kitchen with These 8 Appliances

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Build a Michelin Star Kitchen with These 8 Appliances

Any restaurant owner has probably dreamt of bagging the highly coveted Michelin star. However, the widely recognized rating system in the food and restaurant industry is also known to be extremely particular with whom they award, making this achievement quite a goal and feat to accomplish. The best way to be included in this roster of restaurants worldwide that provide fine dining is to build your kitchen using professional appliances and tools. This is where you are in luck—because this article will tell you what it takes to build a Michelin star restaurant kitchen as recommended by Michelin star chefs,...

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